Sous Chef

Young's Pubs; London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant pub setting. This role offers the opportunity to develop menus and specials while ensuring high-quality food and service. With a commitment to staff development and excellent service charges, this position promises a rewarding career path. Join a fun-loving team that values dedication and creativity, and enjoy perks like free meals and a generous holiday allowance. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Access to Sous Chef - Head Chef development Programme

Average service charge of £4.50 per hour

Autonomy to create menus

Access to Apprenticeship Scheme

Regular culinary masterclasses

Free meals

20% discount across all Young’s pubs

Share save Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

28 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Experienced Sous Chef or Senior CDP aiming for the next step.
• Passionate about producing quality fresh food in a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Champion excellent service through quality food.
• Manage kitchen staff rota, training, and health & safety effectively.

Skills

Menu Development

Food Preparation

Safe Food Handling

Kitchen Safety

Job description

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About us:

Prince Albert is a thriving Young's pub located facing bustling Battersea Park, just minutes from Kings Road and 15 minutes from Clapham Junction or Sloane Square. Spread over two floors, it features a garden and outdoor seating, a large bar/restaurant, and a fabulous upstairs function room. We pride ourselves on our excellent British food, renowned for Sunday Roasts and a varied seasonal menu. Our diverse clientele means no two days are the same. We are a hardworking but fun-loving team, committed to excellence. Neil and the management team uphold high standards while providing support, training, and rewarding dedication. We also offer excellent service charges and incentive programs to motivate staff.

What we offer our Sous Chefs:

• Access to our Sous Chef - Head Chef development Programme, with many head chefs promoted internally
• Average service charge of £4.50 per hour, approximately £10,000 annually in additional wages
• Autonomy to create menus and specials alongside your Head Chef
• Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme for a nationally recognized qualification
• Regular culinary masterclasses and training days to enhance your skills
• Free meals
• 20% discount across all Young’s pubs and hotels
• Share save Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• 28 days holiday per year

What we look for in a Sous Chef:

We seek an experienced Sous Chef or Senior CDP aiming for the next step, who is a natural leader passionate about producing quality fresh food in a welcoming environment. The successful candidate will:

• Champion excellent service through quality food
• Have a passion for leading and developing a team
• Be a hands-on chef with excellent communication skills
• Manage kitchen staff rota, training, and health & safety effectively
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to design and deliver new dishes and specials
• Demonstrate strong planning and organizational skills to control GP and labor costs
• Proactively drive sales and growth through engagement with kitchen and front-of-house teams

Thanks for your interest in working with Young's. If you want to join our team, apply now!

Skills:

• Menu Development
• Food Preparation
• Safe Food Handling
• Kitchen Safety

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitality